2008 Acura RL vs. 2008 Cadillac DTS
When we compare the 2008 Acura RL's and the 2008 Cadillac DTS's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Acura RL has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2008 Cadillac DTS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2008 Acura RL's and the 2008 Cadillac DTS's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2008 Acura RL vs. 2008 Cadillac DTS Pricing
A used 2008 Acura RL ranges from $4,261 to $12,967 while a used 2008 Cadillac DTS is priced between $3,974 to $13,758.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2008 Acura RL’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the 2008 Cadillac DTS base engine makes 275 horsepower. The RL is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 466 miles. The DTS is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 414 miles. This gives the 2008 Acura RL the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2008 Cadillac DTS. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2008 Cadillac DTS has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4261 - 12967
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3974 - 13758
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Acura RL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac DTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Acura RL Rankings
Not yet available
Cadillac DTS Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2008 Acura RL Trim Levels
SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/CMBS w/Pax Tires, SH-AWD w/Tech
2008 Cadillac DTS Trim Levels
Base, Luxury I, Luxury II, Luxury III, Performance
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
256 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
310 / 466 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 414 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Cargo Space:
18.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
113.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4014 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
193.6 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4009 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
207.6 inches
Wheelbase:
115.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available